Mold removal

Got mold? Suspect a mold problem in your home or office? Can you see mold
or smell a musty odor? Contact AdvantaClean for free mold inspections
and estimates. Instead of cleaning it up yourself or hoping it goes away,
contact AdvantaClean today! We are industry leaders in mold removal, mold
testing, and mold remediation.

We’re certified for mold inspection and remediation through the Mold
Inspection, Consulting, and Remediation Organization (MICRO), and we guarantee
our work follows industry standards set forth by the Institute for Inspection
Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC).

To learn more or for reliable mold remediation, call AdvantaClean today
at (804) 409-2934.

What is Mold?

Mold is a term that describes fungi that grow in the form of multicellular,
thread-like structures called hyphae.

While some mold is used in food production and medicines, it’s also
in your home. It’s at your office, and it’s outside. It’s
just about everywhere (except where it’s very cold). But don’t
be alarmed.

Mold helps to break down dead plants and animals, and it is a natural part
of our ecosystem. Mold is also found in damp building material where it
often appears like stains and comes in a variety of colors. Musty smells
may indicate microbial (mold) growth even when there are no visible signs.
If you allow mold to grow in homes or offices, it can lead to poor indoor
air quality.

To grow, mold needs moisture (water). Sources could be plumbing leaks,
faulty appliances (like washing machines, dish washers, and ice makers),
heating and cooling systems, or it could come from outside (rain or flooding).
Poor ventilation can also contribute to higher humidity and lead to condensation
– this also allows mold growth.

Why Clean Up Mold?

Mold releases small “spores” into the air. Most are so small,
you can’t see them. So, when excessive mold grows indoors, the number
of mold spores and fragments is usually higher indoors than outdoors.
This can lead to respiratory and other health issues.

Mold spores are small enough that people can actually inhale them deep
into the lungs. The effects vary from person to person, but they could
lead to headaches, nausea, and general feelings of discomfort. Typically,
the elderly, infants, or others with compromised immune systems experience
other adverse health effects.

To learn more or for reliable mold remediation, call AdvantaClean today
at (804) 409-2934!

How Do I Clean Up Mold?

Call AdvantaClean today at (804) 409-2934!

Leave it to the professionals. Cleaning it up yourself or hiring unqualified
people to do the work may lead to more problems. The industry-recommended
way to remediate (clean up) for mold is to remove it. Simply spraying
a treatment on affected areas will not work alone. AdvantaClean follows
a number of steps for mold removal and remediation.

In general, we determine the source of moisture and make recommendations
on fixing it. We determine the affected area. We provide you an estimate
for mold remediation. This may involve removing contaminated materials
in ways that minimize the spread of mold spores (e.g., setting up containment
chambers, bagging, and sealing). We use High Efficiency Particulate Air
(HEPA) vacuums, air filtration devices, and other methods that remove
mold from the affected area. We always provide treatments with an EPA
approved antimicrobial (mold killing) agent.